General Liability Defense Attorney — First-Chair Trial Ready

Distinct | North America; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Distinct Recruitment is seeking a Litigation Attorney for general liability defense in Tampa, FL. The role offers a broad defense docket, from premises liability to negligent security, with opportunities to handle depositions, hearings, and even first-chair trials as you prove yourself.

With 2+ years of litigation experience, you’ll work closely with adjusters and insured clients, building a defense on the facts rather than templates.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of litigation experience.
• Prefers building a defense from facts, not templates.

Responsibilities

• Premises liability, negligent security, products and general negligence claims
• Early investigation: scene visits, incident reports, surveillance and witness interviews
• Depositions, hearings and mediations that you handle yourself
• Trial work, including first chair as you're ready
• Regular contact with adjusters and insured clients

Skills

Litigation experience

General liability defense

Job description

Distinct Recruitment is seeking a Litigation Attorney for general liability defense in Tampa, FL. The role offers a broad defense docket, from premises liability to negligent security, with opportunities to handle depositions, hearings, and even first-chair trials as you prove yourself.

With 2+ years of litigation experience, you’ll work closely with adjusters and insured clients, building a defense on the facts rather than templates.